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VPG 232X

1981 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

183,212 mi
Last recorded183,212 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2010
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 50099,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPG 232X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2010 183,212 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 181,130 miles

n/s dash indicator warning light not working

Fail 8 Jun 2006 181,128 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

handbrake warning light staying on

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 500?

Based on 45,594 MOT tests across 4,342 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
4,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,248
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,020
brake binding 868
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 807
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VPG 232X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 99,644 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 500 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,248 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPG 232X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPG 232X registered?

VPG 232X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VPG 232X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPG 232X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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